Elon Musk is taking heat for defending free speech — but that’s exactly why X is so important today. https://t.co/P7pTJJ1ZX3 ...

RT Ricky Gervais (@rickygervais)If you don’t believe in free speech for people who you disagree with, and even hate for what they stand for, then you don’t believe in free speech. https://t.co/wMZoQbHZxj ...

AbsolutelyAlice Smith (@TheAliceSmith):Any government that attacks free speech has something big and terrible to hide. ...

RT Global Government Affairs (@GlobalAffairs)Lucy Connolly has been released from prison after serving 10 months of an unjust 31-month sentence for a single deleted post. The UK government's crackdown on free speech remains a concern, but it’s great to see Lucy reunite with her family. X will continue to be steadfast in our support of users’ right to freedom of speech on the platform. ...

“I wanna burn the American flag free speech!”You’re a fucking traitor. ...

RT Zach Jones - Secretary of Psyops (@ZachJones1994)Mike Benz presciently warning the EU Digital Services Act was an existential threat to free speech. ...

"Forget yachts. Elon Musk spent $44B on free speech. Love him or hate him, that’s a bold move for democracy. 🚀"https://t.co/Km3NDqDFKT ...

"Forget yachts. Elon Musk spent $44B on free speech. Love him or hate him, that’s a bold move for democracy. 🚀" https://t.co/PjpxMufGIe ...

“Twitter was expensive, but free speech is priceless.”Elon Musk https://t.co/wOwRbgfSMh ...

Epstein Scandal & White House Response - The White House allegedly held a meeting to discuss the Epstein scandal, despite initial denials from VP Vance [1] - Reports suggest a strategy meeting was cancelled in response to reporting about it, indicating an attempt to manage optics [1] - Trump's claims about banning Epstein from Mar-a-Lago are being questioned, fueling further scrutiny [1] - MAGA figures are expressing discontent with the administration's handling of the Epstein case, signaling a potential revolt [1] Trump's Actions & Economic Impact - Trump is accused of using Soviet-style tactics, creating an alternate reality and potentially chilling free speech [5] - The administration's interventionist approach is likened to that of strongmen in countries like Turkey and Argentina [4] - New tariffs are described as a $300 billion tax hike, disproportionately affecting working and middle-class Americans [4] - Concerns are raised about Trump's meddling in private companies, including suggesting CEOs should resign, leading to market instability [3] Free Speech & Corporate Influence - Bob Woodward criticizes Trump's First Amendment crackdowns as "pathetic" [5] - Corporations are allegedly influenced by Trump, with examples given of Paramount/Skyance merger and Colbert's cancellation [5] - A novelist who grew up in Russia draws parallels between Trump's actions and Soviet censorship, raising concerns about self-censorship [5] - There are concerns that people are afraid to voice their true feelings, leading to a distorted reality [5]